Project Manager- Generator Circuit Breaker

Hitachi•South Brunswick, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Opportunity: Join Hitachi Energy as a Project Manager for our Generator Circuit Breaker (GCB) division in South Brunswick, NJ. This role offers a unique chance to lead and execute complex engineering projects, ensuring contract compliance, customer satisfaction, and financial success. You will be at the forefront of driving initiatives to improve performance and deliver exceptional results. If you are passionate about project management and have a knack for leading diverse teams, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact. How You'll Make an Impact: Lead project teams, define guidelines, allocate tasks, and motivate resources. Provide performance feedback for allocated resources. Define project plans, including scope, financials, schedule, and risk management. Ensure projects follow best practices and Hitachi Energy policies. Monitor and control project progress and resource utilization. Coordinate product fabrication with internal teams and remote factories. Oversee project financials, including invoicing, costs, and cash flow. Identify, manage, and pursue project risks and opportunities. Capture, analyze, and share lessons learned throughout the project lifecycle. Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines. Your Background: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical field preferred, with previous project management experience. Experience with GCB projects or similar HV equipment-related projects is preferred. Strong English communication and presentation skills. Proficiency in MS Office and SAP. Demonstrated negotiation skills. Ability to develop project strategy and guide projects to successful completion. PMP certification is preferred. Willingness to travel up to 30%. More About Us Join a global organization committed to innovation, sustainability, and energy solutions Work in a collaborative and inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives Grow your career through professional development and cross‑functional opportunities What We Offer Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans Retirement Savings – 401(k) with company match and additional contributions Paid Time Off – Flexible PTO and paid holidays Professional Growth – Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning programs Family Support – Parental leave, adoption assistance, and fertility benefits Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response. Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons. E-mail us for data privacy inquiries or technical support.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical field preferred, with previous project management experience.
Experience with GCB projects or similar HV equipment-related projects is preferred.
Strong English communication and presentation skills.
Proficiency in MS Office and SAP.
Demonstrated negotiation skills.
Ability to develop project strategy and guide projects to successful completion.
Willingness to travel up to 30%.

Nice To Haves

PMP certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead project teams, define guidelines, allocate tasks, and motivate resources.
Provide performance feedback for allocated resources.
Define project plans, including scope, financials, schedule, and risk management.
Ensure projects follow best practices and Hitachi Energy policies.
Monitor and control project progress and resource utilization.
Coordinate product fabrication with internal teams and remote factories.
Oversee project financials, including invoicing, costs, and cash flow.
Identify, manage, and pursue project risks and opportunities.
Capture, analyze, and share lessons learned throughout the project lifecycle.
Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.